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Engine Coolant Temperature Meter On-Vehicle Inspection

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  1. Disconnect Y/W lead wire going to sender gauge installed to intake collector.
  2. Use a bulb (12 V, 3.4 W) in position to ground wire as illustrated.
  3. Turn main switch ON. Confirm that bulb is lighted with meter pointer fluctuating several seconds thereafter. If meter does not fluctuate, replace.
    Fig 1: Inspecting Engine Coolant Temperature Meter
    G03632819Courtesy of SUZUKI OF AMERICA CORP.